Atty. Robert Todd Bernstein
Mr. Robert Todd Bernstein is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law and 3 other areas of law.
Admiralty & Maritime & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 31+ Years Experience
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About Robert Todd Bernstein at a Glance
Robert Todd Bernstein is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Laner, Muchin, Dombrow, Becker, Levin and Tominberg, Ltd.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, bankruptcy, litigation, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995), Wisconsin (1995), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1995), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1998). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 1995) and Cornell University (B.S., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Todd Bernstein
- Mr. Robert Todd Bernstein is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law and 3 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Robert practices at Laner, Muchin, Dombrow, Becker, Levin and Tominberg, Ltd. in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Todd Bernstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Todd Bernstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business Formation in Chicago
Robert Todd Bernstein is one of 35,326 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Illinois →
Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Robert Todd Bernstein is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Chicago
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Robert Todd Bernstein is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert Todd Bernstein is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Maritime & Admiralty Law in Chicago
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Robert Todd Bernstein is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Robert Todd Bernstein
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert Todd Bernstein's practice in the field of formation, employment, bankruptcy, litigation, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Todd Bernstein brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, Wisconsin, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Robert Todd Bernstein can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, employment, and bankruptcy, Robert Todd Bernstein can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Robert Todd Bernstein attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert Todd Bernstein Handles in Chicago
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